Agenda Profile: Lauri Laats
Third reading of the Bill (332 SE) on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the Amendment of other related Acts.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The draft bill 332 SE is unacceptable in its current version, as it contradicts the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and the principles of the rule of law. It emphasizes the need for strong cooperation and coordination with allies and the European Union regarding sanctions, and notes that the issue of asset confiscation must be coordinated at the international level. In summary, it does not support the current document and calls for finding a broad-based solution coordinated at the EU level.
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Topic Expertise
He demonstrates knowledge of the legal framework: based on European Union directives and case law, freezing differs from confiscation, and he explains this while referring to the case law of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR). It is noteworthy that he cites the opinion of Paloma Krõõt Tupay and addresses issues arising at the level of case law. He emphasizes that judicial factors and the constraints of the rule of law must be taken into account in matters concerning asset confiscation.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is moderate and formal, centered on arguments concerning rights and legality. It utilizes fact-based explanations and references to experts, maintaining emotional control. Public statements are framed as recommendations that emphasize cooperation and the achievement of consensus.
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Activity Patterns
It mentions that the debate over sanctions and asset freezing is taking place at the international and EU levels, emphasizing the need for cooperation and consensus. It refers to the third reading and discussions within the Council of the European Union, demonstrating continued involvement at the international level.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opposition focuses on the bill's format, arguing that it violates the constitution and the principles of the rule of law. It also criticizes the substantive aspects of the document, which could strain judicial resources and increase the state's financial liabilities, stressing the necessity of finding solutions through consensus and collaboration.
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Collaboration Style
It emphasizes strong cooperation with allies and the European Union, and is ready to make compromises and find broad-based solutions. It urges that cooperation must be pursued and decisions coordinated at the European level regarding sanctions and asset freezing.
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Regional Focus
There is discussion at the national level, but the focus remains on global and European Union cooperation (Ukraine sanctions, punishing Russia). It clearly emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and the impact of EU-level decisions within Estonia's borders.
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Economic Views
Not enough data.
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Social Issues
It emphasizes the protection of the rule of law and human rights, noting that the freezing of assets must not lead to confiscation. These positions stress the necessity of adhering to judicial and human rights practice and adopting a coordinated approach at the European level.
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Legislative Focus
The main emphasis is on passing the third reading: specifically, the content of the draft law and its compliance with the constitution. He stresses that issues concerning the confiscation of assets must be resolved at the European Union level, in conjunction with allies, and he does not support the current document. Any future steps must be coordinated with the EU and its member states.
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